How long you reckon upon being a browncoat?

POSTED BY: agirlyman
UPDATED: Thursday, October 19, 2006 23:44
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SAMEERTIA

Tuesday, March 28, 2006 12:37 AM

Until I go to the Special Hell. And maybe even then!

MRSELLARS

Tuesday, March 28, 2006 1:23 AM

Been misbehavin' for the better part of my 44 years in this 'verse. Don't rightly see a reason for stoppin' now.

MRS

AGIRLYMAN

Tuesday, March 28, 2006 5:12 AM

Gorramn it, there is two people older than my soon to be 43 yrs of age, I hate when that happens!

AM I NOT MERCIFUL?!?!?!?

Tee Hee

ROLANDREYNOLDS

Tuesday, March 28, 2006 7:41 AM

Shortly after the hype of Serenity died down, after the adrenaline, elation, sorrow, and euphoria thinned out in my veins, I got back into the swing of 'normal' life. It was only the summer before, through blessed word of mouth, that Firefly was brought to me, and my friends and I sat and watched the DVDs religiously until we heard they were making a movie. That was easily one of the best year my life has ever seen, but the wave did dissipate, at least in character.

Sometimes I feel like I'm not as big of a fan as some people who seem to be able to talk about Firefly 24/7. Oddly enough, maybe, I kind of have a bit of admiration for those diehard Browncoats. I think maybe if I was surrounded by at least one other, Firefly might come up a bit more in my everyday life, but I'm getting that that's not a bad thing. Being a Browncoat isn't simply about being a fan.

A couple days ago, I broke out my copy of the DVDs once more. I hadn't watched them in about 6 months. I can't describe (and won't try, because I know you understand) the pure joy it was to find that I was still so moved by every moment in the episodes. Still laughing, still tearing up, still cheering. It was like coming home, opening the docking bay doors and hopping on the ship to go for a ride once more. Being a relatively new Browncoat, I have in brief moments worried that it had just been an above average phase in my life that would fade away. But now, after this, I realize that no matter how much time I spend living 'away' from it, I have Browncoat's blood in me. And really, I'm never away: The Browncoat's values, the creed of determination, loyalty, and fighting the good fight are with me everyday, even if I'm not thinking about Firefly.

I just wanted to voice my feelings of solidarity, and gratitude that this community exists for me to do so. I am the only Browncoat that I know of where I live, and I don't usually post in forums much. It's nice that this is here for when there's a real need for Firefly catharsis. Thank you. Xiexie so much ;)

Once you've been to Serenity, you never leave.

“When peace comes to mean the absence of conflict on the one hand, and when conflict with an unjust and racist political order is a moral imperative on the other, then it is not difficult to understand that the better class of human beings are, in fact, deeply committed to disturbing the peace and creating conflict.”
~Farid Esack

LADYFINGER007

Tuesday, March 28, 2006 8:25 AM

I think I shall be buried in a brown coat. Shiny.

Melissa

JAYNESBUNKWOMAN

Tuesday, March 28, 2006 4:21 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by agirlyman:
Gorramn it, there is two people older than my soon to be 43 yrs of age, I hate when that happens!

AM I NOT MERCIFUL?!?!?!?

Tee Hee

four people...from a recent birthday girl who is older than you by...days!

JBW

I'll be in Jaynes bunk

NEWMAL

Tuesday, March 28, 2006 4:52 PM

Never knew I was a Browncoat until 2 months ago when I discovered this wonderful 'Verse. So much I identify with, right or wrong.

I missed Firefly's first run on Fox, going through painful divorce Fall of 2002. The recent previews of Serenity on pay per view peaked my curiosity, started the movie then stopped it because I HAD to go back and learn the history of these characters. Long story short, I now own the DVD's, the movie, the novel, the comic.

Call me crazy, but it just all was familiar. Mal lost his faith at Serenity Valley. My divorce was my Serenity Valley- the Angels never came and God was and remains silent. I too have learned that waiting for "help from on high is a long wait for a train don't come". I totally get Mal's anger at God.

Prior to discovering Firefly/Serenity, I thought the new Galactica was pretty good. I was blown away how Firefly was awesome right off the bat and never looked back. Great stories, great characters, great emotion. How can you not get a little choked up watching "Out of Gas" or "The Message"?

Eh, enough rambling. I volunteered for the Independent's late, but I'm here for the duration. I love the series, love the movie, and the fan dedication the got the movie made. Thank you Joss Whedon and everyone involved making the 'Verse a reality!! A Browncoat until I die ('course dying ain't exactly plan A)!

SPACECOWGIRL

Tuesday, March 28, 2006 5:09 PM

Quote:
Originally posted by agirlyman:
I am right there with ya Raptor, turning 43 in april, so I grew up with star trek, and star wars.

I'm just months behind ya agirlyman!
Though I do admit I also love Star Wars(4,5,&6) LOTR, and Buffy equally.
So I have to wear my Browncoat over my Star Wars T-shirt along with my Slayer charm bracelet and the One Ring on a chain around my neck.

Certainty of death, small chance of success--
What are we waitin' for?

AGIRLYMAN

Wednesday, March 29, 2006 1:21 AM

I'm amazed at how many people around my age are on this board.

"Shiny"

AM I NOT MERCIFUL?!?!?!?

Tee Hee

EMBERS

Wednesday, March 29, 2006 1:30 AM

Quote:
Originally posted by agirlyman:
Gorramn it, there is two people older than my soon to be 43 yrs of age, I hate when that happens!

AM I NOT MERCIFUL?!?!?!?

Tee Hee

honey I am old enough to have been your baby sitter!
LOL

But I'm not sure I was ALWAYS a Browncoat...
I may have been a Reaver....
(possibily a companion)

I just want my 'verse back!

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watch the R. Tam Session vids: http://www.hittarivertam.nu/
and buy the 'Serenity' comics published by Dark Horse
have you checked out this thread?:
http://www.fireflyfans.net/thread.asp?b=2&t=15816

and listen to 'I'm Going To See Serenity':
http://music.podshow.com/music/listeners/artistdetails.php?BandHash=a0
c814e1229742ce77ed4497cbf4631c

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